Presentation on theme: "The Application of Gerflor in Healthcare Field"— Presentation transcript:

2 Gerflor Legend A group built on innovative brands and companiesTaraflex,supplier to the Olympic games since 1976Mipolam,the first homogeneous flooring since 1937Gerland Solsinvention of self adhesive tiles in 1985Batiflex,the first flooring solution dedicated to aircraft since 1948ProtecsolRevolutionary surface treatment invented in 1987 for sport (anti burn, anti slip properties) and contract (durability, easy maintenance)

3 Sustainable SolutionsGERFLOR COMMITMENTTo develop products which meet and exceed all health and safety requirements for the well being of all our customers and end usersVinyl is one of the only building materials which is 100% recyclable.To develop post manufacturing and post consumer waste recycling programsAll new Gerflor product ranges are developed using a full life cycle model to assess their expected environmental impactGerflor industrial sites are certified ISO 14001According to ISOGerflor homogeneous products: TVOC after 28 days < 10µg/m3

4 Our Mission StatementTo create, manufacture and market innovative, design-led and eco-responsible solutions for indoor flooring, walls and their finishes.To anticipate the specific needs of the specifiers, users, installers and distributors around the world.To provide competitiveness and success for all our customers.

5 6 manufacturing plants around the worldWorldwide Group6 manufacturing plants around the worldIRELANDGERMANYFRANCETarareProvenceCHINASPMMIDDLE EAST (JV)

13 01/04/2017DurbabilityGerflor flooring has a high resistance to pressure point loading. Whether static (furniture and beds) or dynamic (wheelchairs, walking frames and trolleys), products made to last: durability of designs, resistance to abrasions, dimensional stabilityFor example, Taralay Premium has the thickest wear layer on the market (>1mm) for multi-layered flooringSPM wall protection products protect against impact from trolleys and wheelchairs, whatever the impact.Sample picture is taken in Hong Kong Sanitorium"We installed Taralay Premium more than 15 years ago, its aspect is truly remarkable"(c) Gerflor Strictly Confidential

14 Enhanced Hygiene And Infection ControlAnti-bacterial & fungicidal treated Flooring• Gerflor floor coverings are impregnated with Sanosol anti-bacterial and fungicidal treatmentSeamless construction• Gerflor floor coverings and wall protection panels are welded together to provide perfect air tightness for greater hygiene.• Hot welded for a perfect water tightness.Full coving system for a better hygiene• The coving system makes it easier to clean inside angles and edges. It gives a waterproof connection wall and floor covering.

15 Ease of Maintenance & Reduced Maintenance Eexpenditure• Low VOCEvercare,one special maintenance treatments patented by Gerflor, protects the floor covering and eliminates the need for costly emulsion dressing throughout the life of the productMipolam• No wax ever (no restoration)• Highest resistance to scratching• Best resistance to chemicals

17 Easy Movement of Wheeled Equipment• Easy movement of beds and trolleys: Wheeled equipment can be easily rolled in all directions. Starting force and pushing reduced by 35%.• Very good dynamic load resistance of hospital beds, etc.• All Gerflor floorings are suitable for Automated Guided Vehicle Systems

18 Wide Palette of Decors/Colors01/04/2017Wide Palette of Decors/Colors• 2000 colours in a wide range of designs (wood, plain, marbled, pearlescent)• Coordinated Compact & Comfort version• Coordinated floors, walls and finishesRoyal Women’s Hospital in Victoria (Australia)"Gerflor can provide decorative images due to high pressure water cutting customising floors for any area. This was a real addition to the hospital making it very welcoming for patients and staff."(c) Gerflor Strictly Confidential